MYRModel Year Report

2002 Chevrolet C/K Series

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2002 Chevrolet C/K Series
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:45:09.718Z

Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
4

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
4

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1993: 2 complaints 1993 1994: 3 complaints 1995: 3 complaints 1995 1996: 2 complaints 1997: 4 complaints 1997 1998: 8 complaints 1999: 9 complaints 1999 2000: 2 complaints 2001: 4 complaints 2002: 4 complaints 2002 4 2003: 7 complaints
1993: 2 complaints 1993 1994: 3 complaints 1994 1995: 3 complaints 1995 1996: 2 complaints 1996 1997: 4 complaints 1997 1998: 8 complaints 1998 1999: 9 complaints 1999 2000: 2 complaints 2000 2001: 4 complaints 2001 2002: 4 complaints 2002 4 2003: 7 complaints 2003
1993: 2 complaints 1993 1994: 3 complaints 1994 1995: 3 complaints 1995 1996: 2 complaints 1996 1997: 4 complaints 1997 1998: 8 complaints 1998 1999: 9 complaints 1999 2000: 2 complaints 2000 2001: 4 complaints 2001 2002: 4 complaints 2002 4 2003: 7 complaints 2003

2002: 4 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19932
19943
19953
19962
19974
19988
19999
20002
20014
20024
20037

Known problem areas

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Service brakes

3 of 4 total reports mention: service brakes.

Show complaint excerpts

While driving home from work my brakes failed. The brake lines are rusted and pitted. An obvious design error, a component that can fail in an instant rendering the vehicle unstoppable should be made of stainless steel.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-11-28

Incident #1 ABS brakes failed coming to a stop from interstate off ramp going down a hill.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-04-11

Lost all brakes. After inspection, it was determined that the brake lines had corroded and sprung a leak. Had to stop truck with emergency brake.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-09-10

Suspension

1 of 4 total reports mentions: suspension, most commonly citing front.

Show complaint excerpts

New truck Chevrolet C5500 has had a vibration since purchase. GM refuses to fix. Has caused the side view mirror to be replaced. This vibration is getting worse and is making it difficult to properly see out of the mirror and make safe lane changes.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-11-25

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 4 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    2003-12-08Preliminary evaluationClosed 2004-04-09 Parking brake failure
  2. I
    2004-04-09Engineering analysisClosed 2005-05-10 Parking brake failure
  3. I
    2004-04-30Engineering analysisClosed 2005-02-28 Hydraulic pump failres
  4. I
    2005-12-20Defect petitionClosed 2006-05-31 Parking brake failure

Buy-smart checklist

2002 Chevrolet C/K Series — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Service brakes: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2002 Chevrolet C/K Series reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Chevrolet C/K Series?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 75% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2002 Chevrolet C/K Series have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.